Taken in 1877, this photograph features nine members of the Beechworth Volunteer Fire Brigade holding a cup that was awarded to the group for winning the double hose competition. The cup is currently on display in the Burke Museum's 'Street of Shops' display Report of the event in the Ovens and Murray Advertiser, 3/4/1877 - The Fire Brigade Competition was held in Beechworth at Easter 1877. The double-hose competition carried a prize of ten pounds with an entry fee of ten shillings. The task was for eight men to run with reel 200 yards. fix hydrant, run out not less than 100ft of hose, fix branch, and throw water over rope 10ft high. Run out a second line of hose, not less than 100ft, fix branch, and throw water as before. Beechwoeth first team competed against Wangaratta and Chiltern, coming first in a time of 70 seconds. Wangaratta were disqualified. Sepia rectangular photograph printed on photographic paper and mounted on boardReverse: Member of B.V.Brigade, 1877. The Trophy Cup showing in the Photo is the small cup on display in the adjacent display case./ BMM 3936burke museum, emergency services, fire brigade, fire, competition, cup, photograph

This is a photograph of the wagon service to the Bendoc goldfields. The service commenced in 1887.This is a pictorial record of transport in the mid 18th - early 19th century. Pack horses were vital for the delivery of goods, responding to emergencies as they could travel in country inaccessible to larger horse - drawn carts or wagonA small black / white photograph of two men in a wagon pulled by a team of horses (5?). The wagon is loaded with bags and is on a bush track.transport wagon-horses

In 2017 known as the Kangaroo Ground Operations Centre a facility for hire managed by the Shire of Nillumbik. On 7 February 2009 (Black Saturday) the CFA Incident Control Centre (ICC) was located here. Described in "Worst of Days: Inside the black Saturday firestorm" by Karen Kissane (access via Google books): "..the ICC is part of a mud brick complex built in the 1980s as an emergency operations centre for several agencies, including the State Emergency Service. It is also home to the headquarters of the CFA's Lower Yarra Group. A small office with a whiteboard would be the incident controller's office throughout the office, but a larger central room, with data projectors, "smart boards" and maps would house the rest of the team.."Statement of Significance From the Victorian Heritage Database (2010) What is significant? The 1988 emergency operations centre and the surrounding site to the title boundaries. How is it significant? The emergency operations centre is architecturally, aesthetically, socially and historically significant to the Shire of Nillumbik. Why is it significant? The emergency operations centre is architecturally and historically significant as a good and rare example of a large public building constructed in a 1980s version of the 'Eltham style', and as a rare attempt to adapt the 'Eltham-style' aesthetic to meet the changing demands of the Shire in the 1980s (Criteria B, D & E). The emergency operations centre is architecturally and aesthetically significant because it is constructed of mud brick and features: a central entry with a tile mural (Criterion E). The emergency operations centre is socially significant because it is a focal point for the community and has played an important role in protecting the community since 1988 (Criterion G).Two colour photographs of mud brick Emergency Operations Centre building, Kangaroo Groundbuildings, mud brick, emergency centre, kangaroo ground

An Air Observers Hut was used by volunteers 24 / 7 at Bogong to monitor the skies for enemy aircraft during WWII. Bogong was built by the SECV during the construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. See also KVHS 0937 (photo), KVHS 0938 (certificate), KVHS 1259 (book)This book informed the volunteers of First Aid posts, ambulances, rescue teams etc.Cream coloured book with black print on cover. 31 pages printed on both sides and with some black & white photos. Bound by 2 staples.air raid, wwii, bogong air observers hut, khes

Over the years, Australia has issued numerous commemorative $2 coins, often featuring vibrant colors and themes honoring national events, heroes, and cultural milestones. This coin was issued in 2008 to celebrate the centenary of Scouting in Australia. Sunshine Scouts & Cubs are part of the global youth movement that empowers young people to become responsible, active citizens through adventure, education, and service. It fosters character development, leadership, and community engagement across cultures and continents. Activities include: - Camping: From weekend bush camps to international jamborees. - Hiking & Orienteering: Map reading, compass skills, and trail navigation. - Survival Skills: Shelter building, fire lighting, and water purification. - Nature Conservation: Tree planting, wildlife monitoring, and clean-up projects. - First Aid: Emergency response and safety training. - Cooking: Campfire meals, bush cooking, and nutrition. - Crafts & DIY: Knot tying, woodwork, leatherwork, and badge-making. - STEM Projects: Robotics, coding, and environmental science. - Drama & Performance: Skits, storytelling, and talent shows. - Music & Dance: Campfire songs, cultural dances, and instrument practice. - Art & Design: Poster-making, painting, and costume creation. - Service Projects: Volunteering, fundraising, and helping local causes. - Leadership Training: Patrol leader roles, mentoring, and public speaking. - Cultural Exchange: International pen pals, travel, and global awareness. - Badge Work: Earning merit badges in areas like fitness, communication, and innovation. - Team Challenges: Problem-solving games and cooperative tasks. - Reflection & Journaling: Personal growth and goal setting. - Environmental Advocacy: Sustainability campaigns and eco-challenges.Australian One Dollar Coin. The obverse side features the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. The reverse side features the international symbol for scouting, the fleur-de-lis representing the compass which symbolizes the three promises made by all scouts and cubs throughout the world.Obverse Side - Elizabeth II Australia 2008 Reverse Side - Centenary of Scoting 1908 - 2008 Scouts Australia One Dollarscouting, scouts

Colour photograph members Ocean Rescue Squad in inflatable vessel training in Cunningham Arm, David Hammerstrom skipper with team members. Lakes Entrance Victoria volunteering, emergency services, boats

The Nunawading S.E.S. are state champions, winning the Director's Shield at the state championships at Gisborne, June 1992. Then next they were to represent Victoria in the Australian championship in Tasmania.voluntary workers, state emergency service. nunawading branch, barnard, alan, croke, greg, clarke, louise, murison, john, brench, michael, poile, kevin

Community Emergency Response Team members are highly trained Ambulance Victoria volunteers who live in areas (usually rural) some distance from an ambulance station. They are activated to attend emergencies and treat victims while the ambulance is still travelling to the scene. Green button up shirt with Community First Responder patches and logos and high visibility stripes.Community First Responder community emergency response team

Notice of Ordinary Meeting of the Council 11th November 1980 Report of the Town Clerk's Department Report of the Town Clerk Insurance Claims Final Report Board of Review Loan Funds Dempster Hall Committee of Management Barclay Reserve Improvements for Sunshine Baseball Club Municipal Association of Victoria Structure and Role Baseball Representative Australia Under 19 Team Two Boys from the Sunshine Baseball Club Proposed Meeting Schedule 1981 Acquisition of Lot 7 Van Ness Avenue (Hume Pipe Works) Maribyrnong Albanvale Community Building Committee of Management Report of the Co-Ordinator of Welfare Services Emergency Alarm System for Elderly People CYSS Project Officer Community Directory Y.M.C.A. Outreach Project Sunshine Over 60's Directory of Services in Sunshine International Year of the Disable 1981 Emergency Relief Citizens Advice Bureau Report of the Chief Health Surveyor Removal of Dwelling Outside the Municipality 59 South Road Braybrook to Lot 26 Boundary Street Clunes Application for Septic Tank Application for Installation of Gas Fired Dry Septic Tank Units Prosecution Proceedings Sunshine Magistrates Court Health Act Registrations Application for Transfer of Proprietorship of Premises Under the Health Act Removal of Dwelling Outside the Municipality 8 Donald Street to Station Street Tooradin Report of the Superintendent Traffic & By-Laws Landing of Helicopter Highpoint West Shopping Centre Court proceedings Parking and Traffic Infringements Dog Act Festival Deer Park Shopping Centre Report of the City Librarian Map Seminar Report of the City Engineer & Planner Maribyrnong River Valley Flooding (Reference to May 1974 Maribyrnong River Flood) Handling of Explosives Contract for the Supply, Buy-Back and Maintenance of Vehicles City Engineer's Department Reorganisation and Management Planning Permit Application Basketball Stadium Robert Barrett Reserve Rosamond Road Maribyrnong Planning Permit Application Medical Consulting Rooms Lots 47A & 48 Ballarat Road Maidstone Planning Permit Application Amenda Plans for Six Factories Lot 1 Berkshire Road Sunshine North Planning Permit Application Amusement Parlour Shop 1A Lot 3 Princess Street St. Albans Plan of Subdivision Lot 1 Cranwell Street and Lot 2 Lacy Street Braybrook Plan of Subdivision Paw Paw Road and Burgess Road Brooklyn Amendment to Sealed Plans Westerngate North Estate Stages 3A, 3B & 3C Plan of Subdivision Gooding Street and Willis Street St. Albans Strata Subdivision 23 - 25 Madden Street Maidstone Tenders for Annua Supplies 1980 State Road Accident Record (Half Year) City of Sunshine Report Report of the Building Surveyor Building Over Easement Lot 1016 Penfold Place Albanvale Building Over Easement 87 Tamar Drive Deer Park Location of Building 21 Cambridge Street Maidstone Location of Building 18 Clare Street St. Albans Location of Building and Building Over Easement Lot 41 Butler Street Braybrook Sealing Legal Agreement 23 - 25 Madden Street Maidstone Report of the Superintendent of Parks & Recreation Landscape Design Schedule for Authorising of Affixing the Common Seal of the Municipality to Documents Orders of the Day Accounts Submitted for Payment as at 25th October 1980 Confirmation of Making a By-Law No 138 Council Swimming Centres Proposal to Close Right of Way Orana Court Sunshine West Under the Provisions of Section 528 of the Local Government Act 1958dempster hall committee of management, phoenix street, sunshine north, sunshine baseball club, barclay reserve, king edward avenue, albion, van ness avenue, humes pipe works, maribyrnong, albanvale community building committee of management, south road, braybrook, donald street, highpoint west shopping centre, rosamond road, deer park shopping centre, station road, deer park, maribyrnong river valley, maribyrnong river, robert barrett reserve, ballarat road, maidstone, berkshire road, princess street, st. albans, cranwell street, lacy street, paw paw road, burgess road, gooding street, willis street, madden street, penfold place, albanvale, tamar drive, cambridge street, clare street, butler street, orana court, sunshine west